The best toy store in Oslo. As opposed to the big corporate toy stores Riktige Leker carries a…read morebroad range of high quality toys. Want to establish a puppet theater? This isn't a bad place to start. Want the latest Montessori toys, or other specialty items? You just might find it here. Lots of wooden toys, metal toys, and classic European brands.

One word: Enchanting. Marthes Lekestue is, by far, the most magickal place in Oslo. I was walking…read moreup towards the t-bane when I was waved into this charming store by pink feathers dangling from a tree outside of it. The owner, Marthe welcomed me in for a cup of tea as I walked around and took in every amazing thing that sits on the shelves here. Not only is the store alone filled with something for everyone, but the building itself is it's own treasure. A home to Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen as well as the neighbor to the king's ironsmith, I can't believe this place isn't flooded with people. But I think that's the best part, the secrecy. 10/10 worth visiting.

From the owner: Butikken som har alt du ikke kunne forestille deg i Oslos flotteste handlegate!…read moreBeskrivelse Marthes lekestue ligger i en sidegate til travle Bogstadveien i Oslo, Butikken har leker og interiør i alle regnbuens farger og fasonger, men først og fremst er det dette butikken har spesialisert seg på: Bamser, dukkehus, interiør, nostalgi og atmosfere. Butikken er anbefalt av Louis Vuttons reiseguide over Oslo i 2009 og 2012.

What a delightful shop! I was looking for yarn that was made in Norway, and they had a great…read moreselection! They also had other fun accessories. It was wonderful!

Lovely little yarn store with a large collection of Isager brand yarn plus other beautiful yarns,…read moreknitting notions, and gifts. There is also a great selection of books and a chair and table so you can peruse for a bit. I was desperate for a knitting project during my travels and I found a great selection of sock yarns. Perfect! They had some sock kits, too! The employees were kind to let me read for a chunk of the morning, but I DID buy a bag of sock yarns, needles, and other fun stuff!